Joaquin Phoenix to play Doctor Strange?

Joaquin Phoenix may play Doctor Strange in the upcoming Marvel feature, according to TheWrap.

Well, at least the name part makes sense.

I know -- that really was kind of a softball.

A number of actors have reportedly been rumored for the role. Deadline.com reported in June that Tom Hardy and Benedict Cumberbatch were on the shortlist. There were also rumors Jared Leto was being considered. Cumberbatch fueled speculation Thursday at Comic-Con when he made a reference to Doctor Strange.

As you know -- and of course you do -- Doctor Strange is a former neurosurgeon who's also the Sorcerer Supreme, protecting Earth against magical and mystical threats.